STAFF PHYSICIAN (PART-TIME)

Comprehensive Community Health Centers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a part-time Staff Physician, where you will provide essential primary and preventive care. In this role, you will diagnose and treat various medical conditions, ensuring high-quality care for patients. You will also supervise clinical staff, participate in quality assurance activities, and maintain compliance with medical standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact community health while working in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about patient care and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited medical school with an MD or DO degree.
• Completion of an accredited residency and board certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services and stabilize patients in need of urgent care.
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Documentation skills

Ability to maintain medical licenses

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)

Completion of an accredited residency

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description

PART-TIME POSITION: TUESDAY/THURSDAY/FRIDAY

STAFF PHYSICIAN (PART-TIME) JOB SUMMARY

Provides primary and preventive care by diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries, and other disorders.

STAFF PHYSICIAN (PART-TIME) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide medical services to the patients of CCHC, inclusive of all functions necessary to provide quality medical care.
• Stabilize and refer when necessary patients presenting to office in need of urgent care regardless of whether the patient falls within the category normally seen by that physician.
• Examine, treat, and/or assist in triaging any patient assigned to CCHC.
• Complete the patient charts according to accepted standards of the medical practice and according to the specific requirements set forth by the medical record criteria requirements.
• Address non-compliance by conducting root cause analyses and addressing barriers to patient compliance, including Social Determinants of Health (SDoH). Complete administrative projects as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer.
• Complete all requirements necessary to maintain a medical license, board certification or admitting privileges at the hospital to which they admit their patients.
• Participate in the on-call schedule as set forth by the Chief Medical Officer.
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in the physician specialty, serving as the supervisory physician for clinical issues and ensuring compliance with State regulatory requirements.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all of the medical offices policy and procedure manuals.
• Participate in any Quality Assurance activities of this medical practice and cooperate during any audits necessary to complete QA activities or specific program requirements.
• Advise administration of any issues that may impact the practice.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer.

STAFF PHYSICIAN (PART-TIME) EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate from an accredited medical school with a degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO).
• Completion of an accredited residency.
• Board certification or board eligible in specialty.
• Unrestricted license to practice within California.
• Valid DEA.
• PALS or NRP, ACLS may be required.

STAFF PHYSICIAN PATIENT INTERACTION EXPECTATIONS

• Greet patients by name before they greet you.
• Personalize the patient’s experience.
• Set appointment agenda at the beginning of appointment.
• Explain to each patient the plan & next steps.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of medical and healthcare principles, procedures, and diagnostic practices.
• Ability to maintain current Medical and DEA Licenses, CME, and other required certifications.
• Strong communication skills, including explaining complex medical conditions to non-medical audiences and active listening.
• Analytical skills to assess symptoms, review test results, diagnose conditions, and determine appropriate treatments.
• Demonstrates sound medical judgment, ethical practice, and knowledge of personal limitations, seeking consultations when needed.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of medical advancements, techniques, and equipment.
• Effectively manages a minimum caseload of 24 patients per day while accommodating emergencies and schedule adjustments.
• Ensures timely and efficient patient care, maintaining punctuality unless exceptional circumstances arise.
• Problem-solving skills to address barriers to patient care and operations.
• Strong documentation, multitasking, and prioritization abilities.
• Proficient in independently seeking resources and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working in a high-functioning, team-oriented environment with strong work ethics.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with staff and management.
• Proficient in using computers, including Microsoft Outlook, and adaptable to new software.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills, clarity, diplomacy, and respect for cultural and social diversity.
• Familiarity with regulatory environments, including state and federal oversight and payer contracts.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and cooperative in multidisciplinary settings.
• Willingness to travel and attend professional meetings, conferences, trainings, and clinic sites.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

STAFF PHYSICIAN (PART-TIME) PAY RATE: $144.24- $158.66 hourly